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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Elvis - Presliad (Comprising sections Elvis Moves Out through Finale).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Marcus in "Sly Stone," what is pop culture by definition?
(a) Rebellious.
(b) Angry.
(c) Optimistic.
(d) Determined.

2. What is American culture built on according to Marcus?
(a) History.
(b) Careers.
(c) Myths.
(d) Deception.

3. In "Harmonica Frank -1951," Marcus claims that Phillips was looking for music to do what?
(a) Confuse things.
(b) Anger people.
(c) Affirm traditional roles.
(d) Start a revolution.

4. What was the original name of the style that Elvis sang?
(a) Rhythm and Blues.
(b) Country.
(c) Rockabilly.
(d) Rock 'n' Roll.

5. What song does Marcus claim is Robert Johnson's most terrifying song?
(a) "Me and the Devil Blues."
(b) "Stones in My Passway."
(c) "Come on in My Kitchen."
(d) "Walking Blues."

Short Answer Questions

1. What author does Marcus quote in the beginning of "Robert Johnson -1938" to illustrate the promise of American life?

2. What happened the first day of The Band's first concert after releasing The Band?

3. Who wrote Why Are We in Vietnam?

4. What song of Elvis Presley's is mentioned as having the "young hold on freedom" and a "touch of fear" reminiscent to Robert Johnson's?

5. What political group does Marcus compare to Sly Stone's music in "Sly Stone"?

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